Government procurement is a minefield – not least of all for small businesses. Last February, the government announced a raft of changes that would make it easier for SMEs to access public sector contracts. But what advancements have really been made?

The year 2013 will mark King of Shaves’ 20th birthday. The past two decades haven't been smooth sailing, but with founder Will King’s firm hand on the tiller, the business has survived and thrived – becoming one of the UK’s favourite home-grown brands